How to Increase the Download Speed in Vista
A computer uses RAM (Random Access Memory) to run applications. The higher amount of RAM available to a computer, the higher the capacity for it to run multiple programs and complete downloads. Advances in technology have lead to inexpensive RAM upgrades. If you have no extra ports available to make a memory upgrade, Vista offers an easy way to increase your computer's speed using removable media, such as secure digital cards or USB flash memory sticks.
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Things You'll Need
- Multi-card reader or available USB port
- Secure digital (SD) card or flash memory drive
- Windows Vista operating system
Instructions
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Move any data that is currently on your removable media, such as images or documents, to a folder on your computer to avoid the risk of losing the material.
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Insert the removable media into the appropriate port on your computer. In this example, a USB flash memory stick is used.
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Click once on the "Speed Up My System" link on the "Auto Play" pop-up window.
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Click once on the "Ready Boost" tab on the "Properties" pop-up window.
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Slide the arrow on the "System Speed" bar to manipulate the amount of memory that you want to use to make the system run faster. Move the arrow to the right while holding down the mouse button to increase the amount of memory used, and to the left to decrease the amount. Please note that the operating system will list a suggested amount based on the available memory and system capacity.
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Click once on "Use This Device" radio button to activate the Ready Boost feature, and then click once on the "Apply" button.
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Click once on the "Cancel" button on the "Properties" window when you have finished using the removable media, and remove it from the port or slot.
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